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Article written by Alzheimer Scotland Chief Executive Henry Simmons and published in the Scottish Sun on Sunday on 26 January 2025

Shooting Stars – billed as Scotland’s version of Soccer Aid – will see football legends and celebrities battle it out on the pitch to raise vital funds to support dementia care, research and improvements in brain health.

"Dementia can be such a lonely illness, both for the person who has it and for their carers". Doris shares the impact Alzheimer Scotland's support has had on husband Joe, who lives with Alzheimer's disease. 

Take on a virtual event for #TeamAlzScot. Choose one of our events or set one of your own, the sky's the limit!

Virtual reality technology that helps football fans living with dementia rekindle big match memories was unveiled today at Hampden Park.

Wendy Rankin, a Development Officer for the Scottish Dementia Working Group (SDWG) and an Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Advisor, tells us about a typical day. 

Since 1989, our Helpline has supported thousands of people with dementia, their partners, family and friends. We're now looking for dedicated and compassionate volunteers who can commit to at least one regular shift per week on the Helpline.

After not running for years, Lorraine faced her fear of heights to do a charity run across the Forth Bridge in memory of her dad Jimmy. 

Alzheimer Scotland’s Brain Health and Dementia Resource Centre in Kilmarnock is celebrating 10 years in the town.